Givenchy names Sarah Burton creative director

LVMH has announced the appointment of Sarah Burton as creative director of Givenchy, effective immediately, according to a Monday news release.

Burton will oversee the women’s and men’s lines and will present her first collection for the house in March 2025, per the release.

“It is a great honour to be joining the beautiful house of Givenchy, it is a jewel,” Burton said in the release. “I am so excited to be able to write the next chapter in the story of this iconic house and to bring to Givenchy my own vision, sensibility and beliefs.”

Last year, Burton exited her role as creative director of Kering-owned Alexander McQueen after spending 13 years in the position. She started at the house as an intern in 1996 and worked alongside designer Alexander McQueen until his death in February 2010. Burton was appointed creative director shortly after.

“Sarah Burton is an exceptional creative talent whose work I have passionately followed for many years; I am very glad that she is joining Givenchy today,” Sidney Toledano, chairman of the Givenchy board, said in the release. “Her unique vision and approach to fashion will be invaluable to this iconic Maison, known for its audacity and haute couture. I am convinced that her creative leadership will contribute to the future success and international standing of the Maison.”

Givenchy’s former creative director Matthew M. Williams stepped down from his role at the beginning of this year after three years at the fashion house. His final show was a pre-fall 2024 collection presented in December. The autumn-winter collection, presented in February, was designed by the house’s studio team, according to a report from Vogue.

“The arrival of Sarah Burton as head of our creative design is a very exciting moment for Givenchy,” Givenchy CEO Alessandro Valenti said in the release. “Her remarkable career path and creative vision have already won her a vast fan base, and we are certain that under her direction, Givenchy will continue to innovate and captivate an extensive audience across the world stage. I eagerly anticipate the new creative energy Sarah will bring as she works alongside our outstanding teams in our exceptional workshops, and we embark on this new chapter in the history of Givenchy.”